Does saturated acyclic hydrocarbons qualify for India–UAE CEPA?

Yes, if it meets the Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule "CTSH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).": it must BOTH change tariff classification (CTSH) AND add at least 40% regional value content — both conditions are required, not either/or.

What proof is needed at import?

A preferential Certificate of Origin filed through eCoO 2.0, presented at customs before clearance. Without it, the 2.5% MFN duty applies.

Saturated acyclic hydrocarbons (HS 29011000) under India–UAE CEPA

HS 29011000 · ACYCLIC HYDROCARBONS · Rules of Origin & preferential rate

Data last updated: 20 August 2026 · MFN duty & IGST verified against ICEGATE (Indian Customs EDI). Rules of Origin per CEPA Annex 3B. Verify your exact HS line before filing.

CEPA eligible: Yes
Value addition (RVC): 40%
Tariff-classification change: CTSH
MFN → CEPA basic duty: 2.5% → 0%

Rule of Origin (CEPA Annex 3B, primary source): CTSH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).

Qualifying under the Rules of Origin

To claim the CEPA preference on saturated acyclic hydrocarbons (HS 29011000), the goods must qualify as UAE-originating: the Product-Specific Rule (Annex 3B) is "CTSH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).": the goods must undergo a change of tariff sub-heading (CTSH) AND add at least 40% regional value content — both conditions, not either/or. Saturated acyclic hydrocarbons are petrochemical building blocks feeding India's cracker and downstream chemical industry, and the UAE's refining base makes it a natural supplier. The MFN duty is already a low 2.5%, which CEPA removes — modest in percentage terms but material on bulk tonnage. The 40% regional-value-content rule is generally satisfied where UAE refineries produce the material from local feedstock. The real compliance weight sits elsewhere: hazardous-cargo classification, PESO licensing where flammable, and correct tank or ISO-container documentation, all of which gate clearance independently of the tariff. A valid Certificate of Origin filed through the eCoO 2.0 system must accompany the shipment; without it, customs charges the 2.5% MFN rate instead of the preference.

Check your own figures in the Rules of Origin (RVC) qualifier.

Frequently asked questions

Does saturated acyclic hydrocarbons qualify for India–UAE CEPA?: Yes, if it meets the Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule "CTSH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).": it must BOTH change tariff classification (CTSH) AND add at least 40% regional value content — both conditions are required, not either/or.
What is the Rule of Origin for saturated acyclic hydrocarbons?: Per CEPA Annex 3B: CTSH + VA 40% (CEPA Annex 3B Product-Specific Rule; tariff-shift AND value addition both required).. RVC% = [(FOB − value of non-originating materials) / FOB] × 100 (FOB basis).
What proof is needed at import?: A preferential Certificate of Origin filed through eCoO 2.0, presented at customs before clearance. Without it, the 2.5% MFN duty applies.